Tai Chi Chuan, health-related quality of life and self-esteem: a randomized trial with breast cancer survivors

METHODS: A group of 21 women diagnosed with breast cancer, who had completed treatment within the last 30 months were randomized to receive 12 weeks of Tai Chi or Psychosocial Support. Participants in both groups met three times a week for 60 minutes. RESULTS: The Tai Chi group demonstrated significant improvements in Quality of Life, while the Psychosocial Support group reported declines in Quality of Life. Additionally, the Tai Chi group exhibited improvements in self-esteem, while the Psychosocial Support group reported declines in self-esteem.